Seniors Who Develop Cancer Have Better Memory, Slower Decline
Rate of memory decline 3.9 percent slower in those with, versus those without, cancer diagnosis
Dementia
Dementia Predicts CKD Progression, Death in Type 2 Diabetes
In type 2 diabetes patients, a dementia diagnosis preceded vascular events such as kidney disease progression by a mean 2998 days or roughly 8 years.
Prostate Cancer Hormone Therapy Ups Dementia Risk
Androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer is associated with a 22% increased of any dementia and 29% increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Midlife Hypertension May Increase Dementia Risk
According to the authors, the influence of midlife hypetertension may lead to late-life impaired cognitive function.
Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild cognitive impairment and progression to dementia has been linked to metabolic syndrome, according to JAMA Neurology.
Type 2 Diabetes Patients at Increased Risk for Dementia
Greater additional risk for women with diabetes for vascular, but not nonvascular, dementia.
Have You Ever Had to Treat a Dementia Patient?
Almost 14% of people age 71 and older in the United States have dementia.
Low Testosterone Associated with Increased Dementia Risk
Low bioavailable testosterone significantly increased the risk in men aged 80 and older.
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